"The fire’s rapid change in acreage within a few hours highlights the dynamic nature of wildfire behavior in the region, and the involvement of the BLM underscores its significance on federal lands."
The BERRIAN wildfire, located in Benton County, Washington, was first discovered on September 7, 2026, at 17:21 UTC. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is the jurisdictional agency overseeing the incident. Initial reports from the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) indicated the fire had burned 250 acres, but a later update four hours later recorded a reduction to 188 acres, suggesting containment or natural regression, though no percent containment was reported. The cause remains undetermined, and no specific fire behavior or weather conditions were provided. Over the brief timeline, the fire’s size decreased, but without official containment data, the overall status remains active.
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Hermiston. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies; remain aware of local advisories and avoid outdoor activities in the vicinity of the fire.
IRWIN ID: {00BD2230-E8C0-48DE-87AD-CF452C1C90E5}
Discovered: Sep 7, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Managing Agency: BLM
Coordinates: 45.9396, -119.2038
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The BERRIAN Fire has burned 188 acres as of September 7, 2026.
The BERRIAN Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The BERRIAN Fire is burning in Benton, WA.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the BERRIAN Fire remains active.
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